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Client overview

Our client, a global leader in spinal implant technology based in San Diego, develops cutting-edge medical devices that improve patient outcomes. With a growing pipeline of innovation, they needed an R&D Engineer with specific product expertise to drive their next phase of development.

The challenge

The company required an engineer with highly specialised expertise, one who understood the intricacies of spinal implants and could seamlessly integrate into their team. Finding candidates with this niche skill set in a competitive market was a challenge, and they needed a fast, high-quality solution.

Our solution

With years of networking and market presence, BioTalent had already built strong connections with top R&D talent in this space. We:

• Mapped out 15 key organisations to headhunt from
• Leveraged our existing network of pre-qualified candidates
• Ensured candidates aligned with technical skills, product experience, salary expectations, and cultural fit

The results

• Two candidates submitted within 24 hours
• First interviews conducted within 24 hours of submission
• Final interviews completed within one week
• Time to hire: under three weeks
• Start date: one week after offer acceptance

The speed and precision of our approach meant an offer was made and accepted in under three weeks, and the successful candidate started within a week of accepting.

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Melody over many years, both in hiring top-notch talent for my team and in my own job search. She’s sharp, incredibly personable, and has an exceptional ability to match employers with the right candidates. Melody provided valuable market insights and a tailored approach that made the hiring process smooth and efficient. She is a rare find in the recruiting world, any med device company would be lucky to have her support!”
— R&D Director, Spinal Implants Company

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